Glittering lineup of worldwide talent to perform during Expo 2020 opening ceremony

A Glittering lineup of worldwide talent is all set to perform during Expo 2020 opening ceremony. An extraordinary lineup of worldwide, regional, and home-grown talent is scheduled to perform at Expo 2020’s Opening Ceremony, which will take place on September 30 in the famous Al Wasl Plaza.

Spectators will be treated to a masterful display of stunning visuals, music, and performances as some of the world’s most creative minds, internationally renowned artists, and emerging talents join forces in a dazzling, groundbreaking performance that will be broadcast to audiences all over the world.

Andrea Bocelli, the world-famous tenor, is among those scheduled to perform. Andra Day is a Grammy-nominated, Golden Globe-winning actress, singer, and composer. Platinum-selling British singer-songwriter Ellie Goulding; international mega-star pianist Lang Lang; and four-time Grammy winner Angelique Kidjo.

The glittering lineup also includes the ‘Artist of Arabs’ Mohamed Abdo, the much-loved Emirati singing sensation ‘Fananat Al Arab’ Ahlam Alshamsi; Emirati Artist and Expo 2020 Dubai Ambassador Hussain Al Jassmi, a trendsetter on the Khaleeji music scene in the Middle East and internationally; rising UAE singer-songwriter Almas; and Grammy-nominated UAE singer-songwriter Almas; and Grammy

The Opening Ceremony, which will be inspired by the Expo’s theme of “Connecting Minds, Creating the Future,” will take spectators on an incredible journey through the subthemes of Opportunity, Mobility, and Sustainability, showcasing the UAE’s deep-rooted values as well as the Expo’s vision and purpose, while also welcoming the mega-192 event’s participating countries in spectacular fashion.

Tareq Ghosheh, Chief Event, and Entertainment Officer, Expo 2020 Dubai, said: “As the global spotlight shines on the UAE, this incredible, unforgettable evening will celebrate the collaborative, creative and optimistic spirit of Expo 2020, demonstrating our commitment to hosting a mega-event that will delight the world.

“Combining some of the most sought-after names in the world of music, live events and entertainment with the awe-inspiring,world-first technologies of the iconic Al Wasl Plaza, this is the ‘big bang’ that sets the scene for 182 days of visually striking and emotionally inspiring experiences, as we invite visitors from across the planet to join the making of a new world.”

Preparations behind the scenes have brought together creative minds from various geographies, industries, and backgrounds, including a talented in-house team of Emirati and international creatives, with event organisers not only commissioning, but also actively co-curating and co-producing the collaborative spectacle. The larger team is led by Scott Givens, executive producer and CEO of FiveCurrents, who has worked on 62 iconic ceremonies, including the most Olympic Ceremonies ever, and includes Franco Dragone, acclaimed artistic director of groundbreaking productions like La Perle and Cirque du Soleil, and Jared Sweet, award-winning creative director behind ceremonies spanning six countries.

The Opening Ceremony, which will be broadcast to a global audience of millions across multiple channels and available on Expo TV and Virtual Expo, will feature the stunning Al Wasl Plaza, which includes the world’s largest immersive sound installation and the world’s largest blended video projection installation. The audience will be at the centre of the show as it unfolds, with the revolving stage, breathtaking surroundings, and immersive technologies coming to life around them. This will be the first event of its type to take place in the round.

As it brings the worldwide community together for one of the first occasions since the epidemic began, the Opening Ceremony will also serve as a critical chance to highlight Expo’s dedication to the health, safety, and well-being of its staff, participants, and visitors.

Expo 2020 will take place from October 1, 2021, to March 31, 2022, and will showcase the greatest in art, music, architecture, technology, and culture from around the world. There is something for visitors of all ages and interests, from an adrenaline-pumping sporting programme to the jaw-dropping outdoor night-time light festival Kaleidoscope to gathering the world’s best minds for the Programme for People and Planet.

Expo 2020, the MEASA region’s largest event, will bring millions of people together to experience the globe in one place, discover new horizons, and embrace prospects for the future.